revise the paper ( do not write a new paper). Using the below notes  introduction shorter. Second developthe two replies. Third develop the theoretical observation further. Fourthput in a "significa

revise the paper ( do not write a new paper). Using the below notes 

 introduction shorter. Second developthe two replies. Third develop the theoretical observation further. Fourthput in a "significance" section relating the point to a concrete case inthe world today. 

For the purposes of our class the response paper is 5 pages.  

What you need to do in order to fulfill this assignment is:



Create a summary sheet on the fictive piece that includes: characters, plot, themes, and 

evaluation (for an example see: michaelboylan.net, blog, book reviews)—this will help 

you start your paper; it is not a part of your paper.



Isolate a single passage in the book that you feel is pivotal to the theme of the book (this 

passage can be consecutive, for example pages 10-22, or it can be constructed on a 

common theme, for example pages 135-137 & 192-195 & 238-240.  



Briefly go through the scene highlighting character, plot, and tropes (metaphors, motifs, 

description, etc.)

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Try to discern a particular point of view within the passage that mirrors the book

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Decide whether you agree or disagree with this point of view



Set out the relevant practical and theoretical philosophical principles at stake and apply 

them to the problem.

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Use 3 philosophical principles to help you create a positive or negative reaction to the 

author’s theme (in the small and the large realm).  If it is positive, think of bringing up 

objectors and refute them.  If it is negative, engage in a dialog with the author—ending 

up by rejecting position.  The theme should be readily understandable from the scene you 

have chosen.



Reflect on the significance of your position.  What abstract general points about the 

world have now been elucidated?  * most important point. At least a page.

Rubric.  If you represent all eight points sequentially in your paper you will earn some kind of 

“B” grade (so long as you are also close to 5 pages, i.e., within a half-page under or a full page 

over).  To get a high “B” or an “A-“ or “A” grade you will have to do well on the reflection 

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the book is:  http://www.faculty.umb.edu/gary_zabel/Courses/Marxist_Philosophy/Hegel_and_Feuerbach_files/Hegel-Phenomenology-of-Spirit.pdf